Meteorologist Amy Freeze provides an exciting look at the weather patterns in Los Angeles, from the clear sunny skies to the expected stormy shifts. Discover what’s in store for the city and how to prepare.

This week in Los Angeles, the weather takes us on a wild ride from balmy afternoons with temperatures in the 80s to cooling evening breezes. With Meteorologist Amy Freeze at the helm, we delve deeper into the regional weather trends showing rain in Northern California and potential snow in Nevada. As nighttime temperatures dip, ensuring you’re bundled up becomes essential. Stay ahead of the weather changes with our detailed day-by-day forecast and learn about the strong thunderstorms brewing in the Southwest. Plus, don’t miss out on safety tips as we approach higher UV index days. Join Amy for a week filled with weather developments that could have direct impacts on your plans and safety. The regional radar shows quite an active weather pattern across the Southwest today. A band of rain is stretching from San Francisco down to Fresno, bringing much-needed moisture to this region. Bakersfield is experiencing a mix of rain, which may lead to slippery road conditions. In contrast, Los Angeles is largely dry with only isolated drizzle expected later in the day. The high elevations farther east in Nevada are seeing snow, making for challenging travel conditions over mountain passes. Las Vegas remains dry, while Flagstaff is under cloud cover with potential light snow. Salt Lake City sits just outside of this weather activity, experiencing calm and clear conditions for now.
In Los Angeles this afternoon, expect plenty of sunshine with temperatures sitting at 81 degrees at 3 PM, cooling slightly to 79 degrees by 5 PM, and settling at 77 degrees at 7 PM. Light winds will be coming from the south-southwest at 5 to 7 miles per hour, providing a gentle breeze.
Let’s take a look at today’s high temperatures across the Southwest. In Phoenix, it’s heating up significantly with a sizzling high of 95 degrees. Las Vegas will enjoy a warm day as well, reaching 86. Moving into California, Bakersfield is matching that warmth with another 86-degree high, while Fresno is slightly cooler at 83. Further north, San Francisco checks in at 76 degrees, and even farther in Reno, temperatures will reach 74 degrees.
Tonight in the Southwest, chilly air sweeps in, bringing significant temperature drops. Las Vegas will dip to 61, while Cedar City cools down to 44. Flagstaff will feel particularly chilly with a low of 39 degrees. Over in Los Angeles, temperatures will settle at 54 degrees, and a mild 56 is expected in San Diego. Overall, bundle up as nighttime temperatures trend cooler across the region.
Tomorrow’s high temperatures in the Southwest region are set to bring some notable warmth. Here’s your regional rundown: Phoenix will soar to a scorching 99 degrees well above average for this time of year. Las Vegas is expected to reach a high of 90 degrees, keeping with the trend of above-average temperatures. In Bakersfield daytime highs will peak at 91 degrees contributing to a warm day across Central California. San Diego will remain more mild, with a comfortable high of 72 degrees Los Angeles will enjoy a high of 76 degrees, slightly warmer than usual. Farther north, Fresno can expect to hit 88 degrees, making it a warm day inland.
“On the futurecast for the Southwest, prepare for a significant weather shift as a cold front makes its move. Look for strong thunderstorms developing across parts of southern Arizona and New Mexico, especially during late afternoon into the evening. Keep an eye out for localized heavy rain and potential flash flooding risks. Meanwhile, parts of western Texas will experience gusty winds with scattered thunderstorms. Expect temperatures to dip noticeably following the frontal passage, bringing more mild conditions by Wednesday morning. Stay alert for any severe weather updates.”
The UV index in Los Angeles is expected to reach a level of 7 on both Monday and Tuesday, indicating high sun exposure risk. Burn time is approximately 20 minutes. It’s important to apply sunscreen and wear protective clothing if you’re spending time outdoors. Stay sun safe!